Question

which findings confirm nerve root irritation in the cervical spine? bilateral numbness, hyperreflexia unilateral paresthesia, relieved by distraction diffuse pain, no sensory loss symmetric weakness, no pain view hint for question 8

Explanation:

Cervical nerve root irritation typically affects a single nerve root, causing unilateral (one-sided) symptoms. Distraction (gentle neck traction) reduces pressure on the irritated nerve root, relieving paresthesia (tingling/numbness). Bilateral, symmetric, or diffuse findings are not consistent with isolated nerve root irritation.

Answer:

Unilateral paresthesia, relieved by distraction